It’s National Drive Electric Week and ODOE staff aren't just talking the EV talk at work, they're leading by example and going electric at home! Check out a few of ODOE’s EV family members and learn about the benefits of electric vehicle ownership, incentives, charging, and more.
Read MoreOn this episode of Grounded we dive into the hot topic of energy storage, specifically- pumped-storage hydropower. ODOE’s own Rebecca Smith joins us as well as Erik Steimle from Rye Development for this fascinating and timely discussion!
Read MoreThe Oregon Hanford Cleanup Board will hold a virtual meeting on Monday, October 4, 2021. The meeting will begin at 8 a.m. and conclude after the public comment period at about 2 p.m. Public participation is encouraged.
Read MoreIn a newly-published proposal, the Oregon Global Warming Commission is calling for Oregon to invest in actions that will increase the carbon that is captured and stored in the state’s natural and working lands. The proposal was developed in response to Governor Brown’s climate change Executive Order 20-04, and calls for capturing and storing – or sequestering – an additional 5 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MMTCO2e) by 2030, and an additional 9.5 MMTCO2e per year by 2050.
Read MoreSeptember is National Preparedness Month – the perfect time to asses your level of preparedness and take action so that you and your loved ones are more resilient when faced with an emergency.
Read MoreThis summer, ODOE staff had the pleasure of working with a handful of bright up-and-coming professionals through our internship program. Get to know a few them and what they’ve been up to!
Read MoreThe cost of zero emission vehicle ownership, new EV models and platforms, data on electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and the positive effect transportation electrification can have on Oregon’s harmful greenhouse gas emissions are just a few of the topics covered in the Oregon Department of Energy’s inaugural Biennial Zero Emission Vehicle Report.
Read MoreThe next regularly scheduled meeting of Oregon’s Energy Facility Siting Council will be held virtually Friday, September 24, 2021.
Read MoreThe Oregon Department of Energy announced today its re-launch of the Oregon Solar + Storage Rebate Program, which offers rebates to residential customers and low-income service providers who install solar or solar and paired energy storage systems (batteries).
Read MoreMany students, educators, and staff are returning to Oregon classrooms this month, following a challenging year like no other. When trading Zoom classes for in-person desks once again, students and educators in some districts are also returning to more comfortable classrooms thanks to energy improvement projects funded by the Public Purpose Charge Schools Program.
Read MoreIn this month’s newsletter ODOE launches new energy audit program, shares reflections on the climate crisis, spotlights evolving wholesale electricity markets, provides an update on the ORESA project, and more.
Read MoreThe next regularly scheduled meeting of Oregon’s Energy Facility Siting Council will be held virtually Friday, August 27, 2021.
Read MoreThe energy sector is a large contributor to climate change – but it can also be part of the solution.
Read MoreThe electricity sector is changing – coal plants are closing, more variable renewable resources like wind and solar are coming online, grid-connected battery storage is becoming more cost-effective, natural gas prices remain low by historic standards, and there’s a growing focus on equity in the sector.
Read MoreThe Oregon Department of Energy is now accepting interest forms from potential applicants for our Rural & Agricultural Energy Audit Program. Through a $100,000 USDA grant, ODOE will help pay for up to 75 percent of the cost of an energy audit for Oregon agricultural producers and rural small businesses.
Read MoreIn this month’s newsletter, we have a 2021 legislative session wrap-up, historic clean energy legislation signed by the Governor, spotlights on pandemic fuel use and energy bill basics, a new Grounded podcast episode, and more.
Read MoreThis morning, Oregon Department of Energy Director Janine Benner joined Environment Oregon, Lane Transit District, and others to show support for electric vehicles, buses, and infrastructure in our state.
Read MoreAs the 2021 Legislative Session came to a close last month, ODOE celebrated passing our priority bills, including new energy efficiency standards for consumer products, updates to our radioactive waste program, and fixes for laws guiding energy facility siting in Oregon and our Energy Facility Siting Council.
Read MoreThe next regularly scheduled meeting of Oregon’s Energy Facility Siting Council will be held virtually Friday, July 23, 2021.
Read MoreThe Oregon Global Warming Commission will meet Wednesday, August 4, 2021. The public meeting will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. online.
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